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Common Name(s): Prunus persica juice,prunus persica juice,botanical water/juice,plant-derived hydrosol
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides gentle skin conditioning and mild bioactive benefit from water-soluble plant phytochemicals at toner-compatible concentrations.
Why It's Used: Botanical waters deliver the authentic plant aroma and gentle phytochemical activity in a format suited for leave-on application where essential oil concentrations would risk sensitisation.
How It Works: Steam distillation co-produces water-soluble volatile organics (0.01-0.1% w/w) providing characteristic plant fragrance and gentle antioxidant/anti-inflammatory activity from water-soluble polyphenols and organic acids.
Typically Found In: Toners,facial mists,gentle formulas
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ antioxidant
Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 5%โ90%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Hydrosol preservation: high water activity supports microbial growth โ complete preservation system essential.
Last Verified: Cosing database,prunus persica juice botanical water review
Primary Sources: 2026-03-22